Business & Economy · Oct 29, 2026
FedEx reported higher-than-expected third quarter results on October 28 and raised its full year outlook, but management warned of near term cost headwinds that weighed on the stock in after hours trading on October 29, 2026.
Business & Economy · Oct 28, 2026
Robinhood reported record third quarter revenue of about $1.4 billion on October 27, 2026, driven by growth in equities, options and prediction markets, but profit fell from a year earlier as crypto trading slowed and expenses rose. The results underline the companys expanding retail franchise even as pockets of volatility in digital-asset trading pressure near term earnings.
Business & Economy · Oct 20, 2026
New government data and trade surveys on October 20, 2026 show single family starts and permits falling sharply, while builder confidence hits a 14 year low. Higher mortgage rates and weak buyer demand are driving a contraction in residential construction that could slow economic growth and tighten supply further down the line.
Society & Lifestyle · Oct 17, 2026
The Little Five Points Halloween Festival and Parade reopened its streets for the annual two day celebration on October 17, 2026, bringing vendors, live music, and thousands of costumed visitors to one of Atlanta’s most distinctive neighborhoods.
Society & Lifestyle · Oct 14, 2026
Aurobindo Pharma USA has voluntarily pulled nearly 113,000 bottles of Amazon Basic Care Extra Strength Acetaminophen after customer complaints of discolored caplets. The recall, first logged by the FDA in early October, highlights recurring quality questions about private label medicine and offers clear steps consumers should take now.
Business & Economy · Oct 14, 2026
The Bureau of Labor Statistics releases September consumer price data on Oct. 14. Markets and retirees will use the reading to gauge near term Federal Reserve policy and to fix Social Security cost of living adjustments.
Business & Economy · Oct 13, 2026
A spike in oil prices after renewed attacks on Saudi Arabia sent U.S. equity markets into mixed trading on October 13, 2026, intensifying investor concern that higher energy costs could push up inflation and prompt further Federal Reserve tightening.
Business & Economy · Oct 12, 2026
President Trumps announcement that the United States will temporarily accept Russian diesel imports jolted oil markets and raised fresh questions about inflation, transatlantic relations and the political calculus ahead of the November midterms.
Society & Lifestyle · Oct 10, 2026
Independent costume stores from Chicago to Omaha opened their doors on October 10 for the inaugural National Independent Costume Store Day, a new celebration organized by the National Costumers Association to spotlight local shops that supply Halloween, theater, cosplay and community events.
Business & Economy · Oct 10, 2026
Coinbase Financial Markets stopped listing sports event contracts to Michigan residents and closed remaining positions on October 10, 2026, complying with a stipulation with the Michigan Gaming Control Board as regulators and prediction markets clash over whether those contracts constitute state regulated gambling.
Business & Economy · Oct 9, 2026
Average long term U.S. mortgage rates rose again this week, reaching levels not seen since late 2023 and prompting a fall in mortgage applications as higher Treasury yields and persistent inflation pressures push borrowing costs higher.
Business & Economy · Oct 4, 2026
As OPEC+ holds a scheduled meeting on October 4, 2026, U.S. firms and policymakers are bracing for decisions that could keep refined fuel prices elevated, intensifying inflation pressures for transport, logistics and manufacturing and complicating the Fed’s policy calculations.
Business & Economy · Oct 3, 2026
Essendant’s WARN filings that set Oct. 3, 2026 as the effective date for closures in six states have gone into effect, removing about 1,278 positions and leaving communities and local workforces scrambling to respond.

Sports & Entertainment · Sep 18, 2026
Kylian Mbappé has ended a relationship with Nike dating back to childhood and signed a cash-and-equity deal with Swiss sportswear brand On as the company prepares a major expansion into global football.

Society & Lifestyle · Sep 18, 2026
Premium air travel is proving resilient despite higher ticket prices and global travel disruption, with Air France reporting an 11% increase in revenue from its premium cabins as affluent travellers continue spending on first and business class.